8 Overpowered Weapons Hidden In Horror Video Games

8. Hand Cannon - Dead Space 2

Dead Space 2 is a game that really does not pull its punches.

Widely considered to be the apex of the series, this much-loved sequel dialled up the tension, horror and gore to almost unprecedented levels, and I'm pretty sure that the section where we have to push a needle into Isaac's eye might well be the basis for many players waking nightmares to this day.

However, while it might always seem that poor old Mr. Clarke is on the back foot at every moment, the game does offer you a chance to give the necromorphs an almighty middle finger - both metaphorically and literally - with the outstandingly brilliant Hand Cannon. Yup, it's a foam finger weapon unlocked after completing the game on Hardcore Mode, the hardest setting of the game.

To be honest, this reward is the LEAST they could do after pushing us through that abhorrently mode, but all that stress will simply wash away when you hear Isaac making "bang bang" and "pew pew" noises as he blasts foes apart with ease.

The gun never needs to reload, has outstanding damage, and is utterly overpowered, making for a hilarious wind-down playthrough after the nightmare you've endured.